Cheap Flights from Washington (DCA) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Cheap Flights from Washington (DCA) to New Orleans (MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Washington to New Orleans route information
Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Return price
AU$355
Distance
1550 km

Your quick guide to flights from Washington to New Orleans

Pick up great flights from Washington to New Orleans

With Expedia, you have your pick of 6 flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Washington to New Orleans. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Washington to New Orleans that take around 0 hours.

Find cheap flights from Washington to New Orleans

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$355 to AU$471, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Washington to New Orleans around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to New Orleans is normally in February.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport?
Start packing your bags, because round-trip journeys from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport start from AU$355. That’s based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can change quickly, so book today to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from National Airport to MSY?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from DCA to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for National Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to MSY?
The flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to MSY is an easy 2 hours and 59 minutes. If you’re lucky, you might just get through a whole movie before landing!
How far is the flight from National Airport to MSY?
It’s around 1 550 kilometres between DCA and Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport, so you’ll be flying for a while. Keep yourself occupied with things like your e-reader or a thrilling novel.
Which airlines fly direct from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport?
American Airlines (AA) is a popular choice. It operates 121 flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport each month. Another carrier servicing this route is Southwest Airlines (WN). You’ll have 56 flights each month to take your pick of.
Are National Airport to MSY flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Fares from DCA to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) are available up to a year prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally score fantastic last-minute deals, it’s not something you should count on. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you’ll have more options — and you can avoid getting trapped in the dreaded middle seat! We frequently update our fares to bring you the biggest bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.
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